Irish grass-fed beef to gain protected geographical status 

The European Commission will include Irish grass-fed beef in the EU register

Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue will on Tuesday inform Cabinet that beef produced in Ireland and Northern Ireland will receive a protected geographical indication from the European Commission. File picture: PA

All grass-fed beef produced on the island of Ireland will receive similar protections to those enjoyed by champagne from this week.

Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue will on Tuesday inform Cabinet that beef produced in Ireland and Northern Ireland will receive a protected geographical indication (PGI) from the European Commission.